Introduction
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are the perfect quick and flavorful meal — juicy, golden chicken pieces tossed in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This dish comes together in under 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a fast yet impressive dinner. Pair it with rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or even a simple salad for a satisfying meal.
Description
Tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken seared to golden perfection, then coated in a rich, silky garlic butter sauce. With the perfect balance of savory, buttery, and garlicky notes, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
For 2–3 servings:
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1½ tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tsp paprika (optional, for color and flavor)
1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4–5 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Sear the Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and let it melt. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant (don’t let it burn!).
Combine:
Return cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat evenly in the garlic butter sauce. Cook another 1–2 minutes.
Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve warm!
Tips
Don’t overcrowd the pan: This helps the chicken brown properly instead of steaming.
Use fresh garlic: It makes a big difference in flavor.
Add a splash of chicken broth or white wine to deglaze the pan for extra flavor.
Butter control: Add butter at the end to prevent it from burning.
Variations
Spicy Version: Add chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the butter sauce.
Creamy Garlic Chicken Bites: Stir in ¼ cup of heavy cream after adding the butter.
Herb Upgrade: Swap parsley for fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil.
Low-carb option: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
Correction (Common Mistakes to Avoid)
❌ Overcooking the chicken — makes it dry.
✅ Cook until just golden and no longer pink inside.
❌ Burning the garlic — it turns bitter.
✅ Add garlic after butter melts and cook on low heat briefly.
❌ Using cold chicken — it won’t brown properly.
✅ Let chicken rest at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before cooking.
Enjoy!
Serve these Garlic Butter Chicken Bites hot off the pan with your favorite sides — rice, pasta, veggies, or even bread to soak up the sauce. Fast, simple, and bursting with flavor, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
🍋✨ Enjoy every buttery, garlicky bite!